1974 Ferrari 308 vs. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia

To start off, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ferrari 308. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ferrari 308 would be higher. At 4,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (570 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1974 Ferrari 308. (247 HP @ 7700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia should accelerate faster than 1974 Ferrari 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia weights approximately 120 kg more than 1974 Ferrari 308. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia (539 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ferrari 308. (290 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ferrari 308.

Compare all specifications:

1974 Ferrari 308 2010 Ferrari 458 Italia
Make Ferrari Ferrari
Model 308 458 Italia
Year Released 1974 2010
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Middle Middle
Engine Size 2926 cc 4500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 570 HP
Engine RPM 7700 RPM 9000 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 539 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1485 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 4526 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1938 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1214 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2649 mm


 

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